Host: Japanese Society for the Science of Design
In the area where this research take place, there are some unique maneuvers in the papermaking process compared to other districts, such as singing “Zhuma working song” while working. Using the bamboo paper made in this way,new year pictures are printed, and used as home decorations beside other stuffs. The bamboo paper, which is made through traditional handcraft method, exists and enriches the local life from product manufacturing processes to its final application. How to utilize the local resources, which were identified through this research, and pass on the techniques to the next generation properly is the main issue that we are facing right now.
